Metcalf Presented with '21 NTCA Tarver Service to the Industry Award

Orlando, FL, July 8, 2021-Ed Metcalf, special advisor for Laticrete North America, is the 2021 recipient of the National Tile Contractors Association Joe A. Tarver Service to the Industry Award.

Metcalf has been with Laticrete North America for more than 35 years and served as president from 2005 until June of this year.

In his role as president, Metcalf has supported the NTCA in numerous ways. He served two terms as a manufacturer representative on the NTCA board of directors. Under his direction, Laticrete has played a leading role in supporting NTCA training and education initiatives throughout the country.

Joe Tarver served as NTCA Executive Director from 1972 to 2002. Under his direction the NTCA launched national and regional training programs and became known internationally for its role in promoting the proper installation of ceramic tile.

The NTCA Joe A. Tarver Service to the Industry Award is given annually at Coverings in a special awards presentation. Metcalf joins previous honorees in this special club, which also includes the late Henry Rothberg, founder of Laticrete International.